Home Builders Institute Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate Training (HBI-PACT) Practice Test

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What type of hardware is NOT commonly used in Plumbing?

Copper Fittings
PVC Fittings
Hinges
Brass Fittings

The correct answer is: Hinges

Hinges are not commonly used in plumbing applications, which makes this choice the correct answer. Plumbing primarily involves the transportation and management of water and waste through various systems. This typically requires fittings and materials that facilitate connections, such as copper, PVC, and brass fittings, which are specifically designed to join pipes and ensure proper flow. In contrast, hinges are hardware components that allow doors, gates, or lids to swing or pivot and are commonly associated with carpentry or cabinetry rather than plumbing. Therefore, the absence of hinges in common plumbing scenarios clearly distinguishes them from the other types of fittings mentioned, which are essential in constructing and maintaining plumbing systems.